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FD59 ZWL

2010 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,438 mi
Last recorded70,438 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2010 Citroen C360,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD59 ZWL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 70,438 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2025 68,676 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 67,114 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 66,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 64,884 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 63,827 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 62,665 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 60,776 miles

P/Brake efficiency low at 17% (16% = MINIMUM limit)

Pass 30 Jan 2019 54,686 miles

Both front tyres low on tread and nearing limits of wear, and getting worn at inner/outer tread edges

Front b/pads appear to be getting abit low

Pass 31 Jan 2018 48,994 miles

Rear b/pads worn low and appear to be nearing l;imits of wear (esp N/S/R outer pad, almost ON limits of wear)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 44,214 miles

Rear inner b/pads appear low and nearing limits

Rear outer b/pads getting low

Pass 12 Feb 2016 38,599 miles

Front tyres getting abit low on tread, and getting worn at tread edges near limits of wear

O/S/R tyre getting low on tread and appears to have nail stuck in outer tread edge area

Rear inner b/pads appear low

Rear outer b/pads getting abit low (esp N/S/R, nearing limit of wear)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 29,640 miles

Rear tyres starting to get abit low on tread slightly

Fail 28 Jan 2014 21,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 21,858 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 20,309 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 20,309 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 16,107 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Citroen C3?

Based on 4,435,918 MOT tests across 313,601 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
5,216
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
313,601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 107,792
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 76,366
Registration plate lamp not working 63,376
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 46,618
Stop lamp not working 39,780
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FD59 ZWL is a 2010 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2010 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 60,233 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 107,792 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD59 ZWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C3 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 16 years old, this Citroen C3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FD59 ZWL registered?

FD59 ZWL is a 2010 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 January 2010.

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